Mrs. Hues Caramelized Pork in Clay Pot (Thit Kho To

Name: Mrs. Hues Caramelized Pork in Clay Pot (Thit Kho To) from www.savourasia.com Recipe Maelstrom
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 200g pork (cubed if using pork belly; sliced if using pork shoulder); 1Tbsp spring onion, sliced (the white and light green portion); 1Tbsp ginger, smashed and minced; 1tsp hot chili, sliced; 2Tbsp fish sauce; 1tsp pepper; 3Tbsp sugar; 1/2 cup water; Fresh coconut, cut into strips (optional); cooking oil

Servings: persons

1
Marinate pork with fish sauce, ginger, scallions, chilis and pepper.
2
Leave for one hour.
3
Caramel syrup: heat the sugar in a pan over high heat; stir until it melts and then turns golden brown.
4
Immediately pour water to the syrup.
5
Add pork (and coconut if using).
6
Reduce heat to low and simmer, turning meat occasionally until the sauce is reduced and thickened and the meat is cooked through.
7
This will take a lot longer for the pork belly than for sliced pork and will also depend on how large the meat the is cubed (it could be as long as 30-45 minutes).
8
Youll know its done with the pork becomes a dark reddish caramelized color and the fat is somewhat transparent.
9
If the pan starts drying before the meat is done, add another 1/4 cup of water.
10
Usually served with rice.

169

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 200g pork (cubed if using pork belly; sliced if using pork shoulder), 1Tbsp spring onion, sliced (the white and light green portion), 1Tbsp ginger, smashed and minced, 1tsp hot chili, sliced, and more.

Yes, Mrs. Hues Caramelized Pork in Clay Pot (Thit Kho To) from www.savourasia.com Recipe Maelstrom falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mrs. Hues Caramelized Pork in Clay Pot (Thit Kho To) from www.savourasia.com Recipe Maelstrom

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